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21.2.2025
At the suggestion of Bangladesh, UNESCO proclaimed 21 February as International Mother Language Day in 1999. Celebrated in Bangladesh as Language Movement Day, it is a reminder that language is not only the basis of national identity and a means of communication, but also the key to education - and a way out of poverty.
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Mother tongue: the key to identity, education and a better future
At the suggestion of Bangladesh, UNESCO proclaimed 21 February as International Mother Language Day in 1999. Celebrated in Bangladesh as Language Movement Day, it is a reminder that language is not only the basis of national identity and a means of communication, but also the key to education - and a way out of poverty. The whole news
31.1.2025
The International Day of Street Children (January 31 in the Czechia, April 12 in the World) reminds us of the dramatic situation of millions of children living in slums in degrading conditions. Worldwide, this problem affects more than 330 million children , 100–150 million of whom live directly on the streets. These children lack access to basic education, face unsafe working conditions, violence, abuse, malnutrition, disease, crime and drug addiction.
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International Day of Street Children
The International Day of Street Children (January 31 in the Czechia, April 12 in the World) reminds us of the dramatic situation of millions of children living in slums in degrading conditions. Worldwide, this problem affects more than 330 million children , 100–150 million of whom live directly on the streets. These children lack access to basic education, face unsafe working conditions, violence, abuse, malnutrition, disease, crime and drug addiction. The whole news
28.1.2025
MALFINI , which celebrated its 25th anniversary at the end of 2024, has been supporting the Chalantika Education Centre in Dhaka, Bangladesh, for several years. This project helps children from the poorest backgrounds to get an education and improve the living conditions of their families.
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Thanks to MALFINI for supporting the Chalantika Educational Centre
MALFINI , which celebrated its 25th anniversary at the end of 2024, has been supporting the Chalantika Education Centre in Dhaka, Bangladesh, for several years. This project helps children from the poorest backgrounds to get an education and improve the living conditions of their families. The whole news
16.1.2025
In 2024, Chalantika had a calendar full of educational activities for children and their parents. The children thrived in many areas, but faced obstacles this year as well. The learning process was complicated by low temperatures, oppressive heat, a cyclone, floods, anti-government protests and a change of government. Despite all the 'turbulence' in nature and politics, all the children are well. And we continue our mission.
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Chalantika 2024: A Year of Hope Amid Challenges
In 2024, Chalantika had a calendar full of educational activities for children and their parents. The children thrived in many areas, but faced obstacles this year as well. The learning process was complicated by low temperatures, oppressive heat, a cyclone, floods, anti-government protests and a change of government. Despite all the 'turbulence' in nature and politics, all the children are well. And we continue our mission. The whole news
1.1.2025
Great New Year to all donors, sponsors, children and their parents in Čalantika. May it be a year filled with joy, love and laughter. May the light of hope always guide you, bring peace to your hearts and inspire you to beautiful deeds. Thank you for working with us in 2024. We look forward to all the challenges and successes that the new year will bring us together. Together we will change the world of children in Bangladesh!
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Happy New Year 2025!
Great New Year to all donors, sponsors, children and their parents in Čalantika. May it be a year filled with joy, love and laughter. May the light of hope always guide you, bring peace to your hearts and inspire you to beautiful deeds. Thank you for working with us in 2024. We look forward to all the challenges and successes that the new year will bring us together. Together we will change the world of children in Bangladesh! The whole news
8.11.2024
Some 3.7 million children in Bangladesh are out of school, compared to some 250 million children worldwide. These alarming figures highlight the urgent need to help these vulnerable children. In developing countries like Bangladesh, the basic right of access to quality education is often limited, leaving millions of children unable to reach their full potential.
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Give Education. Give Future.
Some 3.7 million children in Bangladesh are out of school, compared to some 250 million children worldwide. These alarming figures highlight the urgent need to help these vulnerable children. In developing countries like Bangladesh, the basic right of access to quality education is often limited, leaving millions of children unable to reach their full potential. The whole news
26.8.2024
Student protests in July grew into a broader anti-government movement that led to political unrest across the country in August. Initial demands for the abolition of employment quotas in the civil service quickly turned into protests against the government of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wajid, which faced growing opposition. The protests led to violent clashes between demonstrators and the army and police, claiming more than 400 lives.
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Protests and government change in Bangladesh
Student protests in July grew into a broader anti-government movement that led to political unrest across the country in August. Initial demands for the abolition of employment quotas in the civil service quickly turned into protests against the government of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wajid, which faced growing opposition. The protests led to violent clashes between demonstrators and the army and police, claiming more than 400 lives. The whole news
22.1.2024
The year 2023 was a significant one for Chalantika Education Centre as it celebrated an amazing 10 years since its inception. Thanks to all of you who have been with us this past year, helping the poor children of Chalantika on their journey to quality education and better living conditions. We look forward to all the joys and challenges that 2024 will bring for us and the children.
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Chalantika in 2023
The year 2023 was a significant one for Chalantika Education Centre as it celebrated an amazing 10 years since its inception. Thanks to all of you who have been with us this past year, helping the poor children of Chalantika on their journey to quality education and better living conditions. We look forward to all the joys and challenges that 2024 will bring for us and the children. The whole news
15.1.2024
The 10th anniversary of the foundation of the Educational Centre Chalantika was celebrated on 22 November 2023. In the pleasant atmosphere of the AdAstra social café, we reminisced about the past years and the annual campaigns associated with them. There were refreshments, a good atmosphere and small tokens of appreciation for our donors.
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Celebrating 10 years of Chalantika
The 10th anniversary of the foundation of the Educational Centre Chalantika was celebrated on 22 November 2023. In the pleasant atmosphere of the AdAstra social café, we reminisced about the past years and the annual campaigns associated with them. There were refreshments, a good atmosphere and small tokens of appreciation for our donors. The whole news
10.10.2023
Arif: "The Centre has changed the trajectory of my life. I owe much of my success to the opportunities it has provided me." Read about Arif's journey from the slum to university...
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Building dreams: Arif's journey from slum to education
Arif: "The Centre has changed the trajectory of my life. I owe much of my success to the opportunities it has provided me." Read about Arif's journey from the slum to university... The whole news
